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ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 72,429 miles on the clock, averaging 4,202 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for DH59 MJH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,429 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,509 |
| Average per year | 4,202 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DH59 MJH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DH — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About DH59 MJH
What car is DH59 MJH?
DH59 MJH is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.
What is the mileage of DH59 MJH?
The last recorded mileage for DH59 MJH was 72,429 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DH59 MJH passed its MOT?
DH59 MJH has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2026.
Is DH59 MJH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DH59 MJH is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DH59 MJH?
DH59 MJH is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.